2026 September 20

Learn what Japan's プラ, 紙, PET, steel and aluminum identification marks mean and why they help consumers sort packaging.

Japan changed allergen labeling in 2026. Learn the 9 mandatory allergens, including cashew, and the 20 recommended items, including pistachio.

Learn the difference between hon mirin, mirin-style seasoning and fermented mirin-type seasoning, including alcohol and salt differences.

Learn Japan's five JAS soy sauce types: koikuchi, usukuchi, tamari, saishikomi and shiro, and what overseas buyers should look for.

Kewpie mayonnaise is sold around the world, but local versions can differ. Learn what Kewpie says about Japan's egg-yolk style and overseas localization.

Learn how Japanese curry roux spiciness works using House Vermont Curry Mild, Medium Hot and Hot, plus what overseas buyers should compare.

Compare current Japan Cup Noodles Original, Seafood and Curry by serving size, water amount, ingredients and allergens before importing.

Learn the main Japanese miso categories: rice, barley and soybean miso, plus what white and red color usually tells you about style and aging.

Learn the differences between sencha, matcha, genmaicha and hojicha, including flavor style and how Japanese tea types are used.

Learn the basics of Japanese dashi, including kombu, bonito flakes and the umami synergy described by Japan's Ministry of Agriculture.

A practical English guide to Japanese packaged-food labels, including product name, ingredients, net amount, best-before, use-by and storage terms.

Should you buy Japanese tape or pants diapers? Learn how Merries and Moony position the two formats across baby development and weight ranges.

Learn what Japanese baby food age labels such as 5 months+, 7 months+, 9 months+ and 12 months+ mean, with Wakodo examples.

Pigeon renewed the electric Handy Fit+ breast pump in February 2026. Learn which parts are not compatible with pre-2026 models before buying from Japan.

Learn what Pigeon's POCHItto steam sterilizer and dryer can process, its size, and what overseas buyers should check before importing from Japan.

Understand Japan's R129 child-seat labeling, including height-based use ranges, side-impact testing, ISOFIX and the 15-month forward-facing rule.

Combi's 2026 THE S R129 ZH series is listed for 40–105cm. Learn what overseas buyers should check about model variants, vehicle fit and local approval.

Aprica Koala Ultra Mesh is listed from 2.5kg newborn to 36 months with multiple carrying styles. Learn what to check before buying from Japan.

What does Japan's ST mark on toys mean? Learn about the Toy Safety Standard, third-party testing and the two-digit year shown next to the mark.

Understand Japanese diaper sizes using Merries Japan: newborn, S, M, L, Big, tape vs pants and current weight ranges.